The Basics of Having a Criminal Record Sealed
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convicted of a crime has very serious consequences and can take a toll on your
reputation, family life, and future career opportunities. Life after a
conviction can be difficult and many people may struggle to find work if
background checks are a part of a potential employer's hiring process. In order
to have the details of your criminal record protected from the eyes of
employers, landlords and the general public, you need to have your record
sealed. The first step in this process is deferred adjudication.
Deferred
Adjudication
If you've
been convicted of a crime, you may have the option of deferred adjudication.
Deferred adjudication does not imply that you have been found guilty. In fact,
deferred adjudication is not a final conviction at all, rather, a plea bargain
between you and a Las Vegas Court of Law. To receive deferred adjudication, you
must plea either guilty or no contest. It is important to realize, however,
that deferred adjudication does not dismiss any charges and does not prevent your
charge from appearing on your criminal record.
Non-Disclosure
After you
successfully complete your deferred adjudication assignment and a probation
period, you are eligible to petition for an order of non-disclosure.
Non-disclosure works to prevent law enforcement officials from releasing your
criminal record to the general public. It also allows you to completely deny
any occurrence of criminal activity if asked.
Non-disclosure
prevents your record from being seen by the general public, however, law enforcement
agencies will still have access to your information. Certain state agencies may
also still access your record for professions that may require a license. You
should also be aware that although your record has been sealed, the information
found in your criminal record can be used against you in any future criminal
proceedings.
Waiting
Periods for Non-Disclosure Orders
Although you
maybe eager to have your criminal record sealed, there is a waiting period for
orders of non-disclosure. If you have been charged with a felony, your wait
period will be 5 years. Individuals charged with misdemeanors are normally
allowed to file a petition for non-disclosure as soon as their deferred
adjudication period ends; however, there are certain misdemeanors that require
an individual to wait 2 years.
Contact a
Lawyer
If you have been convicted of a crime and are interested in having your criminal record sealed, contact a skilled non-disclosure lawyer Yampolsky & Margolis Attorneys at Law today. A licensed attorney will be able to evaluate your situation and provide you with the legal counsel needed to navigate the complicated legal system.
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